1958 BMW 501 vs. 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (101 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX weights approximately 265 kg more than 1958 BMW 501.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 BMW 501. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 501 | 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 501 | Fourtrak TDX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |
